The rock ptarmigan is a special natural monument of Japan, and is designated as endangered species. Tateyama is one of the few places where you can observe wild rock ptarmigans from up close in their natural habitat. Raicho Mimamori Net (Rock Ptarmigan Protection Net) is a platform for teaching observation manners, reporting and sharing rock ptarmigan sightings more easily, as well as promoting protection activities and environmental maintenance efforts. If you see a rock ptarmigan, please help us by reporting your sighting!

Those who submit sighting information are eligible to receive a commemorative "rock ptarmigan sighting" sticker on the 3rd floor of the Tateyama Nature Preservation Center. The Tateyama Nature Preservation Center has exhibits and information about the rock ptarmigan and other species of Tateyama, so feel free to stop in.